Laborer Jobs in Carmel, NY

A Laborer in the construction industry plays a crucial role in all types of construction projects. They perform a variety of physical tasks such as digging trenches, setting up scaffolding, cleaning up construction sites, operating hand and power tools, and assisting skilled craft workers (like carpenters, electricians, and plumbers) with their duties. Not only do they help in the preparation and cleaning of the construction site, but they also aid in loading and unloading materials, equipment, and tools. Because of the physical nature of the job, a Laborer must have strength, endurance, and excellent hand-eye coordination.

The skills required for this role typically include proficiency with construction tools and equipment, the ability to perform heavy manual labor, and a solid understanding of construction methods and safety practices. In terms of qualifications, a high school diploma or equivalent is often required. While not always necessary, a certification such as the OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) safety certification can make a Laborer more attractive to prospective employers. Before becoming a Laborer, one might have roles such as a Construction Helper, Warehouse Worker, or General Laborer to gain experience in performing manual labor tasks and using construction tools and equipment.

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Set-up Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Danbury, CT (13 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Danbury, CT (13 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Your Key Responsibilities This position is available on 1st and 2nd shift Quality assurance following aerospace procedures Set up of operating machines including first checks and production...

Construction laborer

  • Hopewell Junction, NY (8 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hopewell Junction, NY (8 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Once hired you will be required to own/invest $ 50.00 in basic hand tools. All other tools provided by company....

Handyman on Call

  • Washingtonville, NY (22 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Washingtonville, NY (22 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 6 days ago

ON CALL HANDYMAN - MAINTENANCE PERSON WANTED Will Pay an hourly Rate with Opportunity to do troubleshooting & repairs We supply all materials Some apartments and store in Monroe NY vicinity....

Garage Door Installer

  • Wappingers Falls, NY (13 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wappingers Falls, NY (13 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 6 days ago

GARAGE DOOR INSTALLER compensation: TBD employment type: job title: INSTALLER EXPERIENCED GARAGE DOOR INSTALLER IMMEDIATE HIRE. PAY PLUS COMMISION. MUST BE RELIABLE AND HAVE CLEAN DRIVERS LICENSE...

Experienced Garage Door Installer/Estimator

  • Wappingers Falls, NY (13 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Wappingers Falls, NY (13 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 10 days ago

un EXPERIENCED GARAGE DOOR INSTALLER/ESTIMATOR (WAPPINGERS) Northeastern Overhead Door compensation: TBD employment type: job title: INSTALLER EXPERIENCE IN ALL PHASES OF GARAGE DOOR AND OPENER...

Experience and Labors construction workers

  • Newburgh, NY (17 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Newburgh, NY (17 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 13 days ago

Experience and Labors construction workers (Newburgh) C Marino construction inc compensation: 25-30 employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Construction We are hire immediately...

Operator II

  • Newburgh, NY (17 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 20 days ago
  • Newburgh, NY (17 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 20 days ago

Operator II Newburgh, NY, US, 12550 Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business, and as an employee team. At Liberty, we hire...

LeafFilter - Gutter Installer - Newburgh

  • Newburgh, NY (17 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 25 days ago
  • Newburgh, NY (17 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 25 days ago

YOU MUST CURRENTLY HAVE OR BE WILLING TO OBTAIN YOUR OWN GUTTER MACHINE LeafFilter the #1-rated professionally installed gutter protection system in America, as rated by leading consumer...

Gutter Installer

  • Valley Cottage, NY (23 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Valley Cottage, NY (23 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

YOU MUST CURRENTLY HAVE OR BE WILLING TO OBTAIN YOUR OWN GUTTER MACHINE LeafFilter the #1-rated professionally installed gutter protection system in America, as rated by leading consumer...

Laborer (Construction)

  • Newburgh, NY (17 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newburgh, NY (17 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Come work with the best! At Maine Drilling & Blasting we work with the unity of family and the determination of business owners. As a majority Employee Owned company we provide a unique and...

Operator

  • Poughkeepsie, NY (19 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (19 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 60+ days ago

Overview Henkels & McCoy is an industry-leading utility construction firm providing critical infrastructure construction and maintenance services for the power, oil & gas pipeline, gas...

Handyman / Home Service Technician

  • Rock Tavern, NY (22 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Rock Tavern, NY (22 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

We want to hear from you if you have five or more years of paid experience in general carpentry and handyman work....

Lead Home Service Technician / Handyman

  • Rock Tavern, NY (22 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Rock Tavern, NY (22 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

We want to hear from you if you have 10 or more years of paid experience in general carpentry and handyman work....

Handyman / Home Service Technician Assistant

  • Rock Tavern, NY (22 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Rock Tavern, NY (22 miles from Carmel, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

We are searching for an entry-level yet reliable and coachable home service technician assistant (handyman / handywoman) to provide handyman support and general home services to our customers in our...

Demographic Data for Carmel, NY

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Carmel, NY

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Laborers in Carmel, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
20.2%
Bachelor's Degree
15.3%
Associate's Degree
11.7%
Master's Degree
4.1%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Laborers in Carmel, NY
None
43.5%
Less than 1 year
40.2%
1-2 years
15.2%
4-6 years
1.2%


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